one-time authorization

[wʌn-taɪm ɔːθərɪˈzeɪʃən]
nounpl: one-time authorizations
autorização única
1. A single permission or approval granted for a specific transaction or action that is valid only once and does not automatically renew
The customer provided a one-time authorization for the payment to be processed.
O cliente forneceu uma autorização única para que o pagamento fosse processado.
2. In financial and digital contexts, a non-recurring approval that allows a specific transaction without establishing an ongoing agreement
A one-time authorization was required to access the user's banking information.
Uma autorização única foi necessária para acessar as informações bancárias do usuário.
3. Security measure in digital transactions where permission is granted for a single use only
The app requests a one-time authorization before uploading sensitive data.
O aplicativo solicita uma autorização única antes de enviar dados sensíveis.
This term is increasingly common in Brazil and the USA due to the rise of digital payments, fintech services, and privacy-conscious applications. Brazilian banks and payment platforms often use 'autorização única' in customer agreements and mobile app interfaces. In the USA, it reflects growing concerns about data security and recurring charges, particularly in subscription-based services. Both markets emphasize transparency in obtaining such authorizations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
one-time permissionsingle authorizationnon-recurring approvalone-off authorization
Antonyms / Antônimos
recurring authorizationstanding authorizationongoing permissioncontinuous approval

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
autorização única
Standard term used in banking and digital services
São Paulo
autorização única
Common in financial institutions and fintech sector
Rio de Janeiro
autorização pontual
Alternative term emphasizing the one-off nature
Portugal
autorização única
Same terminology used in Portuguese banking and digital contexts

Related Words

authorizationpermissionconsentapprovaltransactionpayment authorizationsecurity clearancedigital consent

Related Idioms & Phrases

give the green light
rubber stamp approval
one-shot deal
single-use permission
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